With this we drank two different Inflorescence Brut Blanc de Noirs , the 2008 and 2009. preferred the 2008 with its rich, resonant fruit and complex depth, its baseline of minerality. The 09 might be more of a wine to drink young, and the 2008 seems to be a great candidate for the cellar. It retails for about $85. MORE >>

My last review confirmed that feeling, but in a very serious attempt to expand a lazy palate I purchased a few different labels to compare. It's been a few years since I tasted Carmenere. If I remember right, it was a take it or leave it, nothing special, too many other fine wines, don't shop for wine. The first was disappointing. MORE >>

Concannon introduced America's first varietally labeled Petite Sirah in 1961, sparking a love affair with this varietal, and led with the introduction of Cabernet Sauvignon clones 7, 8 and 11 in replanting much of Napa Valley in the 1970s. Recently, the wife and I have been discussing a possible trip to California next year. must buy! MORE >>

The wines can be released as vintage wines or non-vintage wines, and do not need to be aged in bottle for three years, as sparkling Champagne does, in order to be labeled as vintage wines. 2008 Léclapart Coteaux Champenois Trépail Rouge , $55, Imported by Jandell Selections. Not all Champagne is sparkling wine. available in stores. MORE >>

2 2005 Espectacle (Monsant) – about $150 (unrated, but 2004 was WA 99, 2006 WA 96). 3 2004 Pico Madama WA 93. 4 2008 Edgbaston Pepper Pot (South Africa), $14, unrated. 12 2008 Oriol (Emporda) $12 unrated. The labels are similar as the photo shows (click to enlarge back labels). in White Plains, NY. MORE >>